Investing in Real Estate with Clayton Morris | Build Financial Independence

Recently, a listener asked how we balance our assets and liabilities. In our family, we track our net worth consistently. Doing so allows us to understand how our wealth is growing.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Natali and I are discussing how we calculate and track our net worth. We’ll explain how you can add up your own assets and liabilities in order to tell a story of your personal finances. Please join us for episode 385!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode385  

A number of factors in our current economy are proof that it’s a great time to be a real estate investor! Today we have even more good news to share about rental property investing.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m sharing some news about the housing market, and what it means for real estate investors. You’ll learn about new construction, housing prices, and more. Don’t miss this episode!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode384  

I love sitting down with successful real estate investors who have a storied history in the business. There’s always so much insight to glean from investors who have tried multiple approaches and found success and financial freedom through this industry.   On today’s show, our guest is Paul Campbell, a longtime investor and owner of Core Group Realty. Paul is here to share the inner workings of his real estate brokerage, how he started purchasing buy and hold investments, and his insight into the real estate market. Don’t miss episode 383 of Investing in Real Estate!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode383  

Investing in a self-directed IRA is an incredible, multi-faceted wealth building strategy. On today’s show, Natali and I are sharing three different ways you can make money via investing in your retirement account.     You’ll learn about the tax benefits of investing in a self-directed IRA, and how to track your retirement accounts’ growth. If you want to learn more about making money inside your self-directed IRA, this episode of Investing in Real Estate is for you!    Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode382  

Deciding how to allocate funds on a rental property renovation can be tricky. It’s important to create a safe and solid home for your tenant, but you also don’t want to make extraneous upgrades that don’t pay off.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m sharing six key purchases worth splurging on in your rental properties! You’ll learn about creating a durable rental property that will last for years to come.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode381  

Finding a great rental market can be an undertaking, and often a bit of an art. Today’s guest, Ben Mizes is here to share his strategy of buying rental properties on the fringes!   Ben Mizes is the founder and CEO of Clever Real Estate, and a successful real estate investor in the St. Louis area. On today’s show, he’s sharing how he identifies a profitable rental market and why he buys houses on the fringes. We’ll discuss investing for cash flow, how to stay focused on your goals, and so much more!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode380  

Investing in a self-directed IRA is a fantastic way to build your retirement funds. However, the IRS has set forth strict rules and regulations regarding how funds inside a retirement account are utilized.     On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Natali and I are sitting down to discuss the things you need to know about investing in a self-directed IRA. We’ll share some rules that you cannot break, what to avoid, and discuss our personal experiences. You’ll learn the intricacies and rules for building wealth inside your retirement account, including how to collect rent, pay bills, and more!    Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/dezwHT  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode379  

Finding the right type of tenant to rent your property is an integral part of being a real estate investor. Without rent paying tenants, there is no cash flow! That’s why it’s so important to find responsible, long-term renters.     On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you’ll learn about the three different types of tenants, and how to determine which type you want in your rental properties! I’ll share my personal experience, and explain how to appropriately screen your tenants. Come along for episode 378!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/dezwHT  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode378  

Should real estate investors get a real estate license? This is one of our most frequently asked questions, and today we’re calling in an expert to get to the bottom of it!   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m sitting down with Tom Cafarella, the owner and broker of Cameron Real Estate Group. Tom has had a long and successful career in the real estate industry, and on today’s show he’s sharing some of his best tips and insights!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/dezwHT  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode374  

On today’s episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m sitting down with an incredible investor, Dr. Dan Handford! Dan is a doctor, a successful real estate investor, and the host of the Tough Decisions for Entrepreneurs podcast.   Dan is here to share high level real estate tips like cost segregation, how to find multifamily investments, and how to take advantage of tax benefits available to real estate investors. We’ll discuss Dan’s specific investing strategy, and his best tips for conducting a renovation. Don’t miss episode 377!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/dezwHT  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode377  

Last week on the podcast, we talked about the fundamentals of self-direction, and the power of having control over your retirement accounts. Now that you understand the basic mechanisms and benefits of a self-directed IRA, we’re going to discuss how to utilize your account in order to buy real estate!   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Natali and I are going to walk you through the step-by-step process you’ll need to implement in order to buy real estate within a self-directed IRA. You’ll learn about how to title your IRA, precautions you need to take, and the intricacies that apply to this specific retirement account. Don’t miss part 2 of our Self-Directed IRA Series!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/dezwHT  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode376  

Discomfort is a necessary part of change. No matter what your ultimate goal is, you can never reach it if you live inside the confines of your comfort zone.   On today’s episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m talking about the importance of mindset, and why it’s important to make yourself uncomfortable. You’ll learn how discomfort relates to building wealth, and I’m sharing a challenge you can use to cultivate growth in your life. Don’t miss episode 375!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/dezwHT  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode375  

Contrary to popular belief, more often than not a primary residence is not a performing asset. On today’s show, we’re going to ask you to challenge your mindset when it comes to being a homeowner.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Natali and I are sharing three key questions you can use to determine if your home is a performing asset. You’ll learn why the American Dream is a lie, how to truly build wealth, and how to get out from underneath the weight of your mortgage!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/dezwHT  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode373  

New science shows an incredible link between science and spirituality. It turns out, success is not a random stroke of luck, but a result of intentional mental shifts.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m sharing the science behind success, and why success is a byproduct of who you are. You’ll learn about inviting good fortune into your life, and the types of routines and habits you should create if you want to excel.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/dezwHT  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode371  

If you expect your real estate venture to be without difficulties, you will eventually encounter a rude awakening. Like any other business, sometimes things don’t go as planned. Especially as you grow your portfolio, it’s likely that you’ll have a bad experience with a contractor or a property manager.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Ken McElroy is back to share his experience handling business partnerships gone awry. We’ll talk about finding the right teams, what to do when things go wrong, and how to refresh your approach accordingly. Ken has so much invaluable insight into this topic; you won’t want to miss episode 371!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/dezwHT  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode371